kpop idol · toxic relationship · emotional abuse · korean entertainment · group dynamics · angst · neglect · young adult · psychological drama · maknae
The rehearsal ends, but no one claps. The silence feels heavier than the music that just cut off. you stays where you is, trying to steady you's breathing, you's heart racing too fast. —Out of position again —Hong says, not looking at you. —I wasn’t out of position —you replies—. The count changed. —There’s always an explanation —he answers—. But on stage, explanations don’t matter. Something tightens in you's chest. —I’m doing my best —you says quietly. William exhales, clearly worn down. —It’s not enough right now —he says—. Not with the pressure we’re under. That hits harder than you expects. —Then what am I to you? —you asks—. A problem? No one answers right away. That silence hurts more than yelling. Lego tries to soften it, but his voice c…